You could probably afford $20,000 without much impact on your budget.

That’s why I still do most of my own turns even though at one time I had over 30 units and can definitely afford not to. 

@Joseph M. prices have gone up in places like Lawerenceville and others, but still pretty affordable in most of the city. 

It’s known for its affordable property prices and steady rental demand, which makes it an attractive option for reliable cash flow.

If that makes home buying affordable without putting you in a pinch financially, go for it.

Find the best property you can afford that also can produce enough income so that your monthly out of pocket expense is equal to or less than what you'd pay in rent.

You all not be able to raise rents 50%, the renter in place will not be able to afford it.

We aim to bring buildings and properties back to their heyday, at the same time providing affordable and middle income rental housing.

Raleigh/Cary is definitely competitive..it's a booming market, but your $30K in cash gives you some solid options, especially for a BRRRR strategy.If you're looking for slightly lower-cost entry points, here are a few markets to consider:Greensboro, NC: Staying within your home state, Greensboro offers a more affordable market compared to Raleigh.

It's going to be more about your confidence in the market that you can afford than anything else, so the primary thing is to look up a few areas you might be able to afford and then look for someone local that can hop on a call to give you an idea about what investing there is like.